(CS/hip) Work is currently underway to erect 45-metre tall scaffolding around Pont Adolphe in Luxembourg City.

Some 120,000m³ of rods, planks and other parts are needed for the giant scaffolding, which will be cloaked in plastic tarpaulin. The construction will protect the surrounding area from noise pollution, dust and falling parts.

The scaffolding is set to be completed by September.

At the same time preparations for the refurbishment of the bridge are underway, as construction workers have begun removing the surfacing of the bridge.

The renovated bridge is set to open in 2016. Until then a temporary blue bridge will carry buses and cars across Pétrusse valley.